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I purchased two 3D printed ruins from QP3D Wargames. One of these was the Ruined Waller Residence. They are 3D printed models. I bought the 15mm versions to use with Flames of War, but you can buy bigger versions for other gaming systems.
The first stage was to prime the model with a white undercoat.
Here is the ruin with a Flames of War 15mm Tiger for size comparison.
I think I will be using contrast paints on these models as a starting point.
I purchased two 3D printed ruins from QP3D Wargames. One of these was the Ruined Waller Residence. They are 3D printed models. I bought the 15mm versions to use with Flames of War, but you can buy bigger versions for other gaming systems.
The first stage was to prime the model with a white undercoat.
Here is the ruin with a Flames of War 15mm Tiger for size comparison.
I think I will be using contrast paints on these models as a starting point.
When I made a trip to Warhammer World in June 2025 I was pleased to see the then new models for the Army of Grand Cathay for Warhammer Old World on display. I really liked the Cathayan Sentinel especially the paint job which made it look like it was terracotta.
Though one model does not make an army, and the other Cathay forces would need painting.
However… in a recent blog post I noted a posting on the Warhammer Community where Lewis from the Warhammer Studio had painted some Jade Warriors as terracotta warriors.
I decided to do something different and paint a unit of terracotta Jade Warriors to match my Cathayan Sentinel. They were painted mainly with drybrushes, which I intentionally left quite dusty and textured to give the illusion of the hard terracotta. This was followed by washes to provide some deeper shadows, then static grass and foliage were added to give them an ancient feel, as if they’ve just been awoken in Grand Cathay’s time of need.
I started thinking about creating and painting a whole army in this style.
The first box for that army arrived, and it was the huge Cathayan Sentinel. The next box was the Grand Cathay Battalion Box.
In this box you get:
2x Cathayan Grand Cannons or Fire Rain Rocket Batteries
10x Jade Lancers
30x Jade Warriors
Good value compared to buying miniatures separately.
I will be painting the Jade Warriors and Jade Lancers as terracotta.
The Jade Warriors can be assembled as one large unit, two units of 15 warriors, or three units of 10 warriors – each with their own optional champion, standard bearer, and musician. Likewise the Jade Lancers can be assembled as one large unit or two units of five warriors.
I am thinking large units at this time.
As for the Cathayan Grand Cannons I am thinking that the crews should be terracotta in appearance, but not sure about the cannons. Something to think about.
When I made a trip to Warhammer World in June 2025 I was pleased to see the then new models for the Army of Grand Cathay for Warhammer Old World on display. I really liked the Cathayan Sentinel especially the paint job which made it look like it was terracotta.
Though one model does not make an army, and the other Cathay forces would need painting.
However… in a recent blog post I noted a posting on the Warhammer Community where Lewis from the Warhammer Studio had painted some Jade Warriors as terracotta warriors.
I decided to do something different and paint a unit of terracotta Jade Warriors to match my Cathayan Sentinel. They were painted mainly with drybrushes, which I intentionally left quite dusty and textured to give the illusion of the hard terracotta. This was followed by washes to provide some deeper shadows, then static grass and foliage were added to give them an ancient feel, as if they’ve just been awoken in Grand Cathay’s time of need.
I started thinking about creating and painting a whole army in this style.
Well…
The first box for that army arrived today, and it was the huge Cathayan Sentinel.
Cathayan Sentinels are massive animated statues brought to life by Dragon-tier elemental magic. These behemoths are terrifyingly durable and possess immense striking power, capable of clearing out enemy formations with ease.
This is how the Warhammer Studio painted their model.
So, the first stage will be store the box in the garage for a few years….
Sorry, no, the first stage will be to build the model.
The Achilles Ridgerunner is a versatile Imperial light exploratory vehicle. It’s a favorite among mining guild prospectors seeking new orae deposits and geological surveyors exploring Frontier Worlds. Known for its speed, range, and durability,the Ridgerunner has also proven to be a valuable asset for the outriders and scouts of the Genestealer Cults.
This Genestealer Cults Achilles Ridgerunner was in the display cabinets at Warhammer World.
I do have an Achilles Ridgerunner on my workbench which I am using with my Inquisitorial Stormtroopers.
I purchased two 3D printed ruins from QP3D Wargames. One of these was the Ruined Waller Residence.
They are 3D printed models. I bought the 15mm versions to use with Flames of War, but you can buy bigger versions for other gaming systems.
The model comes as two printed parts.
As you might expect with 3D printer models there was no flash and the parts fitted together easily. Though I have left them separate for the moment for painting. Looking closely at the model, especially on the sloped areas, you can see the 3D printing plastic layers, but only if you look really closely. I suspect though that dry brushing the models may emphasise these layers.
The first stage will be to prime the models with a white undercoat.
I purchased two 3D printed ruins from QP3D Wargames. One of these was The Ruined Steele Residence.
They are 3D printed models. I bought the 15mm versions to use with Flames of War, but you can buy bigger versions for other gaming systems.
The model comes as two printed parts.
As you might expect with 3D printer models there was no flash and the parts fitted together easily. Though I have left them separate for the moment for painting. Looking closely at the model, especially on the sloped areas, you can see the 3D printing plastic layers, but only if you look really closely. I suspect though that dry brushing the models may emphasise these layers.
The first stage will be to prime the models with a white undercoat.
I purchased two 3D printed ruins from QP3D Wargames.
The Ruined Steele Residence…
…and the Ruined Waller Residence
They are on their way…
I had both a Grey Knights Terminator with Psycannon and a regular Grey Knights Terminator. These were metal models, which went together very easily. I had given them both a black undercoat. I decided I would then give them a basecoat of Leadbelcher. I has forgotten how dark Leadbelcher can be, probably exacerbated by the black undercoat as well. Wondering if I should get a lighter metallic spray for the Grey Knights armour.
I also had a plastic Terminator, which I followed a similar painting process to the metal models. This was a black undercoat and then a spray of Leadbelcher.
I will use this as a test model and use paint to see the end result. If it doesn’t work then I will strip both the metal terminators and the librarian as well.
Back in 2007 I was given the Masters of the Chapter box. This was four metal Space Marine models with a variety of weapons and armour, including a shield, an axe, a hammer, a broadsword and lots of ornate armour. They were, like most models, retired, but at one point they did make a return in resin. finished constructing my metal models.
I gave the four models a white undercoat.
I thought these would be perfect alternate models for Grey Knights. Then there is the decision I have been thinking on, do I continue with the Grey Knight concept, or maybe go down another route, Imperial Fists perhaps.